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K442 HWT

1993 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

64,794 mi
Last recorded64,794 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2015
Typical for 1993 Reliant Scimitar51,644 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK442 HWT
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2015 64,794 miles

Oil leak

exhaust centre box damaged

Fail 21 Apr 2015 64,794 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

exhaust centre box damaged

Pass 28 Oct 2013 64,450 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 64,355 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 64,355 miles

Nearside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 62,409 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 60,931 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2009 59,917 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 59,917 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 57,498 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 57,498 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 56,070 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 54,321 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 51,846 miles

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?

Based on 31,230 MOT tests across 3,606 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
598
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
3,606
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,049
Stop lamp not working 851
Steering rack gaiter split 800
parking brake recording little or no effort 710
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K442 HWT is a 1993 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1993 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 51,644 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Reliant Scimitar fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,074 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K442 HWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 33 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K442 HWT?

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What year was K442 HWT registered?

K442 HWT is a 1993 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 January 1993.

Is K442 HWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K442 HWT shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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